Fiordland Jet is all about fun and experiences. Jump onboard an incredible experience of New Zealand’s Fiordland National Park and be completely wowed by the simply stunning scenery of this World Heritage location. Your adventure begins in Te Anau and combines adventure and excitement with spectacular scenery including Lord of the Rings locations. Besides the unbelievable excitement of the jet boat ride, you will also be informed of the amazing history and geography of this stunning area, by your highly-skilled jet boat driver & guide.
Begin your authentic experience, with thrills and spills across Lake Te Anau. Jet boat down the Waiau River – the river Anduin on ‘The Lord of the Rings’ to Lake Manapouri. Take a helicopter ride up to Jackson Peaks and be stunned by the unbelievable panoramic vista. Step back in time on one of New Zealand’s Great Walks – the Kepler Track. Create your own epic or romantic adventure with a customised ride. Marvel at one of the world’s last untouched wildernesses – the Fiordland National Park. Take a seat on Fiordland’s must do experience.
Price: $59 Per person – Children $30 pp
Duration: allow 30 minutes
Departs: 12:15 pm & 5:15 pm
A fast and thrilling jet boat ride across Lake Te Anau towards Dock Bay for an up-close peek into Fiordland National Park. Lots of spins, spray and laughter! From the moment the accelerator hits the floor, your adrenaline hits the roof! Enjoy a fast and thrilling jet boat ride across Lake Te Anau, full of spins, spray and laughs!
Speed across picturesque Lake Te Anau – the largest of the southern glacial lakes, surrounded by majestic mountains and ancient forests – it’s a seriously magical place. Legend has it that Rakaihautu, a legendary Maori leader, part of the first migrators to New Zealand, named the great lakes while exploring the South Island.
Marvel at the Murchison Mountains, which rise a staggering 1,400 metres above the lake surface as you skim across the pristine waters towards Dock Bay. Look across at the ancient beech forests that surround Lake Te Anau, unchanged for 80 million years.
Your guide will fill you in on some fascinating New Zealand history. Get a taste of the past, as you learn about early European pioneers, and get a great introduction to one New Zealand’s pristine native forests, and world-famous walking tracks.
Say yes to fun and adventure with this thrilling ride with Fiordland Jet!
Price: $139 per person – Children $70 pp –
Duration: Allow 2 Hours
Departs: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm & 6:00 pm
Jet boat tour down the Waiau River to Lake Manapouri, amongst the ancient surrounds of Fiordland National Park. Enjoy the thrill of jet boating down the majestic trout filled Waiau River, to the serene Lake Manapouri, step foot into Fiordland National Park and learn all about this unique location.
Your journey begins with an exhilarating jet boat ride down the Waiau river. A picturesque spot, the Waiau river is lined by ancient beech tree forest and is the Anduin River; the great river of Middle Earth! Featured in the opening scene from The Lord of the Rings! Get the inside-story on The Lord of the Rings filming locations, and the crazy logistics involved in filming.
Experience the thrill and excitement as you cruise down the powerful, surging, Waiau River. Stop in some quiet and tranquil spots, to soak up the amazing surrounds, spot a few trout, and learn about the unique environment and fascinating history. Suddenly, find yourself out on the breath-taking Lake Manapouri. Surrounded by mountains that have been carved by snow and ice over centuries, experience a sense of wonderment as you gaze at the magnificent mountains and sit in awe of their sheer beauty.
Get a taste of adventure as you explore the ancient surrounds with your Fiordland Jet guide. Learn about the unique flora and fauna of the area. Step back in time as you experience prehistoric crown ferns and ancient, native beech forest, unchanged for 80 million years! Learn about indigenous M?ori culture and the early pioneers of European history in New Zealand.
Allow 2 hours to experience this thrilling and informative jet boat trip! Includes Te Anau Departure and Return.
Book now to secure your spot and experience one of New Zealand’s most exciting and unique experiences of untouched wilderness!
Price: $319 per person – Children $194 pp –
Duration: allow 2 Hours
Departs: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm & 6:00 pm
Enjoy the thrill of jet boating down the majestic trout filled Waiau River, to the serene Lake Manapouri, step foot on the Kepler Track and learn all about the unique location that is Fiordland National Park.
Your journey begins with an exhilarating jet boat ride down the Waiau river. A picturesque spot, the Waiau river is lined by ancient beech tree forest and is the Anduin River; the great river of Middle Earth! Featured in the opening scene from The Lord of the Rings! Get the inside-story on The Lord of the Rings filming locations, and the crazy logistics involved in filming.
Experience the thrill and excitement as you cruise down the powerful, surging, Waiau River. Stop in some quiet and tranquil spots, to soak up the amazing surrounds, and learn about the unique environment and fascinating history.
Suddenly find yourself out on the breath-taking Lake Manapouri. Surrounded by mountains that have been carved by snow and ice over centuries; experience a sense of wonderment as you gaze at the magnificent mountains and sit in awe of their sheer beauty.
Get a taste of adventure as you step onto the Kepler Track, with your Fiordland Jet guide. Learn about the unique flora and fauna of the area. Step back in time as you experience prehistoric crown ferns and ancient, native beech forest, unchanged for 80 million years! Learn about indigenous M?ori culture and the early pioneers of European history in New Zealand.
Allow over 135 minutes to experience the thrill of Jet boating down Waiau River, to majestic Lake Manapouri, and step into the ancient forest that is Fiordland National Park. Includes a scenic 15 minute float plane ride returning to Te Anau’s lakefront.
Te Anau’s Jet Boat Trips Include:
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